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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
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Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.
Leidos’ Defense Systems Land Systems Sector is seeking a mid-level Software Engineer to join our collaborative matrix organization that supports multiple programs across various business areas in Leidos Defense.
This Software Engineer role requires strong background in modern web technologies and full- stack development. The ideal candidate will be experienced in building responsive front-end applications (React, TypeScript) and scalable back-end services (C#, Python, or Node.js), with proficiency in containerization tools such as Docker or Podman. Preferred candidates will bring experience developing or integrating AI and computer vision capabilities into web-based or edge-deployed applications. This role operates within an Agile/Scrum team environment focused on delivering robust, mission-driven software solutions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related technical field with 4+ years of prior relevant work experience or Master’s degree in related field with at least 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
Experience in designing and maintaining software products and implementing software designs.
Experience in software development, data structures, object-oriented design, and effective unit testing.
Experience with software best practices such as peer reviews and document generation.
Experience with Javascript
Experience with containerization technologies
Experience working in Agile or scrum environment
Ability to work in fast-paced, collaborative environments while managing multiple priorities.
U.S Citizenship required and must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with computer vision or AI is a plus
Experience leading scrum teams is a plus
If you are a driven and adaptable individual looking to kickstart your career in software engineering, we encourage you to apply today and build the future with us!
We’re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We’re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don’t wait to be told what’s next. At Leidos, we’re not following the roadmap — we’re redrawing it.
Original Posting:November 6, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos
For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.
OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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